Firefighters face several challenges in cold weather; tips on space heater safety

HARTFORD -- This week’s freezing temperatures is when people are urged to stay indoors to keep warm, but first responders do not get that luxury as their priority is to keep everyone safe.
Deputy Chief Raul Ortiz with the Hartford Fire Department said his firefighters endure a number of challenges when battling a large fire and the subzero temperatures make it worse.
“You can’t feel your fingers, you can’t feel your toes,” said Deputy Chief Ortiz.
Ortiz said the un